Aesop | Greece
The Lion and The Dolphin
The Lion and Dolphin promise to help each other, but when the Lion is attacked, the Dolphin's inability to leave the sea renders their friendship futile.
Once upon a time, in a place where land meets the sea, there lived a mighty Lion and a friendly Dolphin. They became the best of friends, promising to help each other in times of need.
One sunny day, a pack of Hyenas approached the Lion's territory. They were much stronger and fiercer, ready for a fight. The Lion, though brave, knew he was outnumbered. He roared out loud, hoping his friend Dolphin would hear and come to his aid.
Far away in the ocean, the Dolphin heard the Lion's roar. He wanted to help his friend, but the dry land was not his home, and he could not survive outside of the sea. The Dolphin felt helpless, swimming anxiously near the shoreline.
Meanwhile, the Lion fought bravely, but the Hyenas were too many. They left him bruised and battered. As the dust settled, the Lion limped back, nursing his wounds.
That day, the Lion realized that even the best of friendships couldn't overcome the laws of nature.
